Mikel Arteta will recall his rested Arsenal stars to the starting lineup on Sunday, as he prepares to make six changes for their crucial game with Manchester City. The Gunners boss gave William Saliba a rare night off in the 2-1 win over Girona in the Champions League in midweek and benched some of his regulars for the game in Catalonia.

As Pep Guardiola's Manchester City prepare to head down and face Arsenal at the Emirates, Mikel Arteta has sent a message to the man he used to work under

Pep Guardiola has denied that a rift has developed in his relationship with Mikel Arteta despite a number of bruising encounters between his Manchester City team and Arsenal.

Pep Guardiola insisted his relationship with Mikel Arteta is “exceptional” as he shrugged off suggestions Manchester City ’s clash with Arsenal on Sunday is a grudge match. The Catalan also said City may carry on spending,